10 animals that deliver the most painful stings and bites: Arizona bark scorpion

10 creatures that deliver the most painful stings and bites

Arizona bark scorpion

These are the most venomous scorpions in North America — a frightening fact considering that this is the most commonly encountered house scorpion in Arizona. The venom causes acute pain and can lead to frothing at the mouth, breathing difficulties and muscle convulsions. Limbs may become immobilized. Though the venom is rarely fatal, its effects can last for as long as 72 excruciating hours.